1981 Ford Granada vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (95 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 237 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Granada | Velox |
Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |